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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Charlie Morton was struck by a 111 mph line drive off the bat of Spencer Jones on Friday against the Yankees, fracturing his right fibula. He was removed after the fifth inning. The Mets expect Morton to miss 6-8 weeks for healing plus an additional 4-6 weeks for ramp-up/Spring Training-like conditioning, with a potential return to the rotation in August. Manager Carlos Mendoza expressed optimism that Morton will return this season. Surgery has not been ruled out but does not appear necessary at this time.
Strengths
- + Manager expressed optimism about season return
- + Surgery likely not necessary
- + Timeline for return (August) is relatively clear
- + Pitcher demonstrated toughness by staying in game after injury
Weaknesses
- - Fractured right fibula from line drive impact
- - Extended recovery timeline (10-14 weeks total)
- - Mets pitching staff already depleted with injuries to Kodai Senga and A.J. Minter
- - Significant time away from competition during critical season stretch
Injury Status: IL-15 -- Fractured right fibula sustained from 111 mph line drive; surgery not currently indicated but not ruled out; expected 6-8 weeks healing plus 4-6 weeks ramp-up period
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Charlie Morton is a sp for the Chicago Cubs.
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